Overview
The MSc is designed to comply with the research training requirements for two ESRC scholarships as administered by the North West Social Science Doctoral Training Partnership (NWSSDTP): the three-year PhD scholarship and the four-year scholarship that covers an eligible one year master's and a three-year PhD.
The Research Methods with International Development course from The University of Manchester is ideal if you want to apply for an ESRC scholarship through the NWSSDTP or a School of Environment, Education and Development scholarship. NWSSDTP approved master's must meet the minimum research training requirement expected by the ESRC.
Career opportunities
MSc Research Methods is ideal if you are considering PhD study and/or a career in research in international development.
The Global Development Institute (GDI) will equip you with the skills for specialist positions in development-related NGOs and public and private organisations. Potential careers include:
- international development;
- non-governmental organisations;
- central and local government;
- project implementation;
- consultancy;
- charity;
- urban and regional development policy;
- human resources;
- education;
- information and communication technologies;
- project management;
- research.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Development Fundamentals
- Doing Environmental Research
- Industrial Competitiveness and Global Transformation
- Poverty and Development
- Globalisation, Trade and Development
- The Politics and Governance of Development
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Educational Research International Development Sustainable Development View 361 other Masters in International Development in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Minimum 2:1 Honours degree.
- Some English Language test results are only valid for two years. Your English Language test report must be valid on the start date of the course.
Tuition Fee
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International
21000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 21000 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
10500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10500 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Manchester
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.